Patricia Harvey
Title
Physician - Retina Specialist
Company
Dr. Patricia Harvey, Disease of Retina & Vitreous
Industry
Healthcare
City
Toronto
State/Province
Ontario
Country
Canada
About me
I am also an Assistant Professor at McMaster University.
I chose this career path because
I started in researching blood vessel growth in patients which led me to become a Retina Specialist.
I prepared for this career by
BSC, NB - Fellowship, Canada
The biggest challenge I've overcome
Government funding has helped our patients but we need to have the patients needs be our top priority. New treatments are not being funded.
My greatest strength(s)
Clinical driven by research is my greatest strength.
My greatest accomplishment to date
The treatment of Macular Degeneration during the years of 1990-2001, has been my greatest accomplishment. Treatments are given by injection every 4 weeks.
My personal/professional goals
Stem Cell Researching and finding a cure for Macular Degeneration.
What/Who has inspired me the most
I've been inspired by my teachers and my father.
I have received the following Honors/Awards/Scholarships
Government Award for Macular Degeneration
I enjoy the following hobbies/interests
Sports, Crafts and Needlepoint